Conversation with Donell Jones
Donell Jones understands that in life and music there are two sides, the good and the bad. The Atlanta based singer/songwriter/producer has triumphed through career uncertainties like record label transitions and survived personal hardships including his battle with alcoholism. Today he is a man who stands focused and strong, ready to pick back up where he left off, at the top of his game. His new album reflects not on his musical growth but his personal growth as he puts his life lessons to song.
On Journey Of A Gemini, the crooner’s new R&B odyssey, he takes us on a quest to explain his own relationship woes with the sexy serenades we’ve come to expect from the balladeer on “My Apology” and “I’m Gonna Be.” He addresses social issues on “Cry” and keeps the dance floor jumping with uptempo tracks like the lead single “Better Start Talking” featuring Jermaine Dupri. It’s been ten years since his debut album My Heart and Donell is still putting his heart into his music. Donell’s fourth album, the long-awaited Journey Of A Gemini will be in stores June 20.
In this edition of Soul 2 Soul, Donell Jones talks candidly about his personal life, the internet leaks, his new album and even sings for us.
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Yo, Donell got NOTHING to worry about, the new music is sounding like that HOTNESS!! I will MOST DEFINITELY getting this album when it drops!!
—R7SoulkiddI am a HUGE Donell fan and I have been waiting for this album since the last one. He is an extremely talented artist that always leaves you wanting more music!! Kepp doing what you do!
—LBWow, what a great interview! I loved Donell’s courageous honesty and the songs playing in b/w were beautiful. I will definitely be copping this album and I truly hope he receives the accolades he deserves.
—KNKudos to Donell for being so open. Job well done….again.
—JenCan’t wait to hear this.
—DayrellV, I’m over here dying and I’m only 10 minutes into the interview. You said hmmmmm twice when he said treat your woman bad and I was rolling THEN you asked bout the name of the group back in the day and you were like, uh ok AND THEN when you said not Trina from Miami….I was done!
I loveth Donell so thanks for the interview and the laugh :)
—MwabiGreat interview!! You always ask the right questions.
With all the crap that’s out right now, you don’t know what’s missing until you hear it and Donell has definitely been missed. What a talent :)
—Louisei have been a fan of Donelle since his first
—MsMit is nice to see him , still doing his things
and being so open about his struggles with life
all the best to him
he is truly under recognized for sure
thanks for giving him this time to shine
much love to you all
your site is wonderful!
I was able to get a chance to listen to this album and its pretty good as usual. I’m a huge fan of Mr. Jones job well done! Glad to know your coming back on the scene.
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—Blissfully Clueless » Sour NotesHis album is truly amazing. I love it just like every song he has ever done. Donell is my favorite artist of all time.
—Mellyssa Angel Diggs[...] Donell Jones interview on Honeysoul [...]
—Honeysoul » Preview India.Arie, Donell JonesDonell Jones is just a real man and the kind of man a woman want and need.His music is beautiful and most people can relate to it, i really love him his music his voice it is truly amazing to me! thank you!!
—Asahntai Stephanie JacksonLove you Donell, you rock!!! And you so cute too….
- Mambwe, Zambia Africa
—Mambwe ChisamboI have always been a Donell fan all the way out here in Zambia, Africa, Journey of a Gemini is always blasting in my ride, his albums rock, love the music….
—Mambwe ChisamboWe love and support you Donnell!!
—TashaTo Donell:
Take this opportunity that you have as a single man to reflect on the many situations you endured in your life thus far. Remember the title of your album: Journey of a Gemini…… life is full of unexpected situations, many disappointments, numerous challenges and most of all plenty of opportunities to learn, apply and do more. The more we experience in this life, the more we should have a willingness to pass on what we have faced and how we over come to others. In doing so, we learn to be a leader show others we will fight til the end, be willing to give knowledge & wisdom – motivation & inspiration all the way through our life’s journey. Sometimes, we are reluctant to sit in the driver seat of the vehicle of life, for we have a natural desire to be in the passenger seat and let someone else create the road map to our journey in this life. I can tell you from my own experience, being in the driver seat in the vehicle of life is the only way to see life for what it is. No one can see life through your eyes, only you know your destination and once you create the road map, you will finally be on that journey, the Journey of a Gemini.
Peace & Love,
Keebeauty
—KeebeautyI am Donell Jones’s #1 fan, I have loved his music since I was 16 year old back in 1996 when I first heard The Playas in the Hood. than in 1999 when I first heard Where I Wanna Be I fell in love with that song and cried many nights to it because at that time my ex he didn’t know where he wanna to be. I also was with my ex because he look just like Donell Jones…lol…Donell is a sexy man and he is an amazong singer. I got every last CD that he made and always waiting for a new one this last CD Journey of a Gemini is one of the greatest I will be rocking this years to come and well goes all the other ones…I am single to Donell get at me…lol….stay safe and god bless!
Rosemary Harris in Pittsburgh.PA
—Rosemary HarrisI am Donell Jones’s #1 fan, I have loved his music since I was 16 year old back in 1996 when I first heard The Playas in the Hood. than in 1999 when I first heard Where I Wanna Be I fell in love with that song and cried many nights to it because at that time my ex he didn’t know where he wanna to be. I also was with my ex because he look just like Donell Jones…lol…Donell is a sexy man and he is an amazong singer. I got every last CD that he made and always waiting for a new one this last CD Journey of a Gemini is one of the greatest I will be rocking this years to come and well goes all the other ones…I am single to Donell get at me…lol….stay safe and god bless!
Rosemary Harris in Pittsburgh.PA
—Rosemary HarrisI am Donell Jones’s #1 fan, I have loved his music since I was 16 year old back in 1996 when I first heard The Playas in the Hood. than in 1999 when I first heard Where I Wanna Be I fell in love with that song and cried many nights to it because at that time my ex he didn’t know where he wanna to be. I also was with my ex because he look just like Donell Jones…lol…Donell is a sexy man and he is an amazong singer. I got every last CD that he made and always waiting for a new one this last CD Journey of a Gemini is one of the greatest I will be rocking this years to come and well goes all the other ones…I am single to Donell get at me…lol….stay safe and god bless!
Rosemary Harris in Pittsburgh.PA
—Rosemary HarrisI love Donnell Jones, he sings from the bery depths from his soul, he is the one and the only, i would be honored to sing with him one day.
—Whitney BakerI think Donnell Jones is a very talented artist, and music continues to influence the lives and relationships of many of his fans.
—Whitney Baker in Brunswick,GAI love Donnell Jones, he sings from the very depths of his soul, he is the one and the only, i would be honored to sing with him one day.
—Whitney Bakeryep.. it’s good to have one of the few good guys back in the business…. welcome Donnell
—oluwaseun akinwandeWith all of the BS in R&B Music that has been going on
for the past 2+ Years (from 2006 onwards), Donell Jones
has shown he has not changed one bit. He should be
getting much more recognition for his creativity in the
Music Industry, as a Singer, Songwriter, and Producer.
When I first heard of him, I though he was alright.
That was 1999 when I was 13 with Shorty Got Her Eyes On
Me, then in 2002 when I heard You Know That I Love You,
I liked it. When 2006 came, & I heard his 4th LP will be
released, I decided to check it out. I listened to not
just the very good Songs on there, I checked out his old
LP’s. I was so surprised that almost every Track was
great, making me wonder why I did not listen to him
sooner. I now have almost all of his Songs on my Media
Player. This is what real R&B is.
Once again, thank you DJ for separating yourself from
—Lightningall the Artists who are on TV, putting out any Songs, &
keeping it real.
I just want to say I am a HUGE fan of Donell Jones and he is a very talented singer, writer, producer and a wonderful handsome man. Donell I had followed you career since 1996 when your album My Heart came out, but he was writing songs for 702, Usher, and including Madonna. I’m from the Pittsburgh area and I was involved with a man that looks just like even has the same birthday as you but he was messing around with other women and I knew him for years since 14yrs but I’m 34 now (lol)… When Journey of a Gemini came out I was bumping that music in my car everyday I’m a Gemini also birthday 3days after yours, and I’m single also!!!! Donell keep up the good work do what you be doing never let anyone talk you down, ever be safe as always keep the father above in your heart love ya Donell Jones…. P.S. please come to Pittsburgh and do a concert!!!!!!
—mfoxymelI just want to say I am a HUGE fan of Donell Jones and he is a very talented singer, writer, producer and a wonderful handsome man. Donell I had followed you career since 1996 when your album My Heart came out, but he was writing songs for 702, Usher, and including Madonna. I’m from the Pittsburgh area and I was involved with a man that looks just like even has the same birthday as you but he was messing around with other women and I knew him for years since 14yrs but I’m 34 now (lol)… When Journey of a Gemini came out I was bumping that music in my car everyday I’m a Gemini also birthday 3days after yours, and I’m single also!!!! Donell keep up the good work do what you be doing never let anyone talk you down, ever be safe as always keep the father above in your heart love ya Donell Jones…. P.S. please come to Pittsburgh and do a concert!!!!!!
—mfoxymelWoW!!! Didn’t know that The Bobby Jones was your father, so you have good background when it comes to music. I have been a fan since your first album. I’m a music lover and a gospel DJ, a R&B lady. Hope to hear from your music soon. Take car and God Bless.. ReRe
—Sherita AKA ReReWhere are you and when are you going to perform in the DC Metropolitan area?
Michelle L. Young
“I have not failed 10,000 times.
—MichelleI have successfully found 10,000
ways that will not work”.
–Thomas A. Edison–
HAPPy Birthday Donell, its my son’s B’day as well. I am your biggest fan no doubt about that.You keep on doing what u do best, i just love u so much, I keep your pic on my phone, your are the best
—karen KacksonHAPPy Birthday Donell, its my son’s B’day as well. I am your biggest fan no doubt about that.You keep on doing what u do best, i just love u so much, I keep your pic on my phone, your are the best!!
—karen KacksonMr. Donell Jones…..
Yeeesss!
~Nubn
—Nichole WilliamsI just want to say I am a HUGE fan of Donell Jones and he is a very talented singer, writer, producer and a wonderful man. Donell I had followed your career since 1996 when your album My Heart came out, that album was your heart out.. but he was writing songs for 702, Usher, and including Madonna. All I do is listen to your music day n night. When Journey of a Gemini came out I was bumping that music in my Girlfriends car everynight Also i wont forget that album Where I Wanna Be? thats one of my favorite cd from you. Donell keep up the good work do what you be doing with those songs, never let anyone talk you down, be safe as always keep the father above in your heart love ya Donell Jones…. P.S. please come to Jacksonville Fl and do a concert!!!!!!
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